During this webquest, you will investigate the properties of Matter.

Students will:

• Understand the properties of matter and changes that occur when matter interacts in a closed system.

• Classify matter as elements, compounds, or mixtures based on how the atoms are packed together in arrangements.

As you research on the Internet, you will explore, read, and learn about the principles of matter to aid in answering the questions in your worksheet.

Use the following web sites to assist in your quest:

Chem 4 Kids When on this site, you will need to use the links found on the right hand side: States, Phase Change I, Phase Change II, and so on....

Phases of Matter

Physical and Chemical Changes

States of Matter

#18-26 Fact Monster

Activities and Video

Video on States of Matter

#16 Melting and Heating Experiment
#17 Melting/Heating a Block of Ice
#18 Changing States of Matter